Photographers beware: Criminals masquerading as clients will drain your bank account using a devious overpayment trick. Your next booking could be your biggest financial nightmare.

Freelance photographers losing thousands to deceptive "overpayment" scams that fool even the most experienced professionals.

Your next client could be a criminal mastermind.

These scammers typically initiate contact with vague requests for event coverage while deliberately omitting crucial details about venues and locations.

The scam typically begins with an email offering lucrative compensation for a fake photoshoot, often disguised as coming from reputable magazines or brands.

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